2009 BMW X5 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | X5 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |